Weather & Climate in Hamilton, IN
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hamilton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches. The area receives 38.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 900 feet.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.3°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 900 ft (274 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 880/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5402°N, 84.9198°W |
| Timezone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| County | Williams County County |
| Nearest Airport | Fort Wayne International (FWA) 41 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 44.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 56.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 79.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
13 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.2.
| May 2, 2015 | 5 km S of Galesburg, Michigan | M4.2 | 88 km | 4 km |
| Sep 2, 1994 | 5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan | M3.5 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Jun 30, 2015 | 5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan | M3.3 | 68 km | 5 km |
| Jan 26, 2012 | 5 km NE of Topeka, Indiana | M3.0 | 48 km | 5 km |
| Apr 17, 1990 | 8 km NW of Fort Recovery, Ohio | M3.0 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Apr 4, 1994 | 2 km WNW of Minster, Ohio | M2.9 | 134 km | 5 km |
| May 12, 2006 | 2 km E of Lima, Ohio | M2.8 | 113 km | 5 km |
| May 14, 2010 | 1 km ENE of Gibsonburg, Ohio | M2.7 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Jun 12, 2015 | 6 km NW of Convoy, Ohio | M2.6 | 66 km | 5 km |
| May 20, 2023 | 3 km SSE of Walbridge, Ohio | M2.6 | 120 km | 6 km |
| Jan 30, 2004 | 2 km S of Rockford, Ohio | M2.5 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Jun 4, 1990 | 4 km SSE of Van Buren, Ohio | M2.5 | 118 km | 5 km |
| Mar 18, 2024 | 4 km WSW of Millbury, Ohio | M2.5 | 121 km | 6 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tornado History
436 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 114 fatalities, 1,674 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF4 | 86 km | 52.8 mi | 4 |
| Feb 18, 1992 | EF4 | 95 km | 2.8 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1977 | EF4 | 97 km | 12.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 2, 1977 | EF4 | 99 km | 16.6 mi | 1 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 66 km | 21.6 mi | 5 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 96 km | 21.2 mi | 31 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 30 km | 90.3 mi | 23 |
| Apr 11, 1965 | EF4 | 30 km | 80.5 mi | 21 |
| Jun 8, 1953 | EF4 | 92 km | 118.0 mi | 17 |
| Aug 24, 2016 | EF3 | 44 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| Nov 10, 2002 | EF3 | 97 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Oct 24, 2001 | EF3 | 92 km | 32.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 27, 1991 | EF3 | 93 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 27, 1991 | EF3 | 33 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 27, 1991 | EF3 | 13 km | 21.0 mi | 1 |
| May 15, 1986 | EF3 | 44 km | 1.2 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1983 | EF3 | 94 km | 5.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 67 km | 8.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1974 | EF3 | 48 km | 36.2 mi | 5 |
| Jun 2, 1971 | EF3 | 92 km | 39.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 26°F (-4°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 29°F (-2°C) | 2.4 in |
Hamilton has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 23°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.9").